Funeral costs up 71% since 2004

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Funeral costs up 71% since 2004

The cost of a funeral has risen by 71% since 2004, and 6% in the last year alone, according to the annual Cost of Dying report by insurer Sun Life Direct. The basic cost of a funeral is now £3,284, a rise of £193 from last year.

Have you been hit by funeral fees? Perhaps you have already paid for your funeral to save your family from the expense? Please share your views.

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